After several ups and downs, forward Paolo Guerrero has found a new club and will play for Avaí FC. The club, which competes in the Brasileirao, officially announced the signing of the Peruvian attacker, who hasn't played professionally since October 2021. This way, the 'Depredador' will defend his sixth club throughout his professional career.
Through its social media channels, the Lion of the Island welcomed the captain of the Peruvian national team, who will return to playing in Brazilian football after representing Corinthians (2012-2015), Flamengo (2015-2018), and Internacional (2019-2021).
“How to make a true ceviche,” wrote the official account of Avaí FC, accompanied by a presentation video of Paolo Guerrero.
YOU CAN SEE: Paolo Guerrero is about to sign for a recently promoted club in the Brasileirao
Remember that Paolo Guerrero decided to terminate his contract with the Porto Alegre team in 2021 in order to fully recover from his knee injury. The Peruvian forward has played in 500 official matches for clubs, scoring 188 goals and providing 69 assists.
How is Avaí FC performing in the Brasileirao?
The Lion of the Island has had an inconsistent performance in the current edition of the Brazilian tournament. After 17 matchdays, they are in 12th place with 21 points, obtained from six victories, three draws, and eight defeats.
Despite this, they are in the position that grants the last spot for the Copa Sudamericana, so they are fighting to secure the ticket or even qualify for the Copa Libertadores.